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laminin subunit gamma 2

La LAMC2 gene provides instructions for making one part (subunit) of a protein called laminin 332 (formerly known as laminin 5). This protein is made up of three subunits, called alpha, beta, and gamma. The LAMC2 gene carries instructions for the gamma subunit; the alpha and beta subunits are produced from other genes.

Normal function

La LAMC2 gene provides instructions for making one part (subunit) of a protein called laminin 332 (formerly known as laminin 5). This protein is made up of three subunits, called alpha, beta, and gamma. The LAMC2 gene carries instructions for the gamma subunit; the alpha and beta subunits are produced from other genes.

Laminins are a group of proteins that regulate cell growth, cell movement (motility), and the attachment of cells to one another (adhesion). They are also involved in the formation and organisation of basement membranes, which are thin, sheet-like structures that separate and support cells in many tissues. Laminin 332 has a particularly important role in the basement membrane that underlies the top layer of skin (the epidermis). This membrane gives strength and resiliency to the skin and creates an additional barrier between the body and its surrounding environment. Laminin 332 is a major component of fibers called anchoring filaments, which connect the two layers of the basement membrane and help hold the skin together.

Studies suggest that laminin 332 also has several other functions. This protein appears to be important for wound healing. Additionally, researchers have proposed roles for laminin 332 in the clear outer covering of the eye (the cornea) and in the development of tooth enamel.

Conditions referring to this gene or chromosome

Other names

B2T

BM600

BM600-100kDa

cell-scattering factor (140kDa)

CSF

EBR2

EBR2A

kalinin (105kD)

kalinin-105kDa

ladsin (140kDa)

LAM5, gamma-2 subunit

LAMB2T

LAMC2_HUMAN

laminin 5, gamma-2 subunit

laminin, gamma 2

laminin, gamma-2

laminin, nicein, beta-2

LAMNB2

MGC138491

MGC141938

nicein (100kDa)

nicein-100kDa

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